The government shutdown has created unexpected challenges for many families, and we know how stressful that can be. Macaroni KID Lakewood-Littleton is here to help make things a little easier by connecting you with local resources and support. We’ve rounded up places offering free food for families and pets (yes, your furry friends are included 🐶🐱), plus links to organizations providing additional assistance beyond food. And if you’re in a position to lend a hand, you can volunteer or donate to help others in need at all of the places listed below. Together, we can lift each other up through this tough time.
🥕 School Food Programs
All Colorado schools districts offer FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students during the school year when school is in session. All students qualify and no application is required.
🥫 Food Banks
Many food banks require a photo ID and proof of residence. Please call in advance to determine what is required and to confirm location and hours. This information is subject to change. Due to COVID-19, services and times may vary. Please call ahead.
Action Center | 8745 W 14th Ave, Lakewood, 80215
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
9:00am – 11:30am | 1:00pm – 3:30pm by appointment only
No ID or paperwork is needed, everyone is welcome!
https://theactioncenter.org/get-help/
Belmar Food Bank | 460 S. Kipling St., Lakewood, CO 80226
There are no pre-qualifiers and all are welcome. We operate as a drive up service. A photo ID is requested but not required.
Thursdays 6:30pm-8:00pm
https://www.belmarchurch.com/foodbank
Food Bank of the Rockies | Multiple Locations
Days and times vary by location
Find a location close to you: https://www.foodbankrockies.org/find-food/
Joy's Kitchen | 2080 W. Barberry Way, Denver, CO. 80204
Never any requirements to feed you or your neighbors
Every Saturday 1-3pm and Every Thursdday 5-7pm
Life Center Littleton | 5804 S. Datura St, Littleton, 80120
Please bring a photo ID and proof of address to your first appointment
Tuesdays 12-6pm Online check-in opens at 8:30 AM on Tuesdays
https://www.lifecenterlittleton.org/our-programs/food-bank/
Open Arms Food Bank | 6500 West Coal Mine Ave, Littleton, CO 80123
A drive thru food bank. You will not need to leave your vehicle as the amazing volunteers will place all items in your vehicle for you. You will be asked to provide us with some basic information about you and your family. Open to the public.
Tuesdays 12pm - 3pm
https://www.openarmsfoodbank.org/
Sharing with Sheridan | 3325 W Oxford Ave, Denver, 80236
Serving families who reside in the 80110 and 80236 zip codes but also welcome all families with students in the Sheridan School District regardless of where they reside. Neighbors are limited to two visits per month.
Thursdays from 2:30pm - 5pm
https://www.stphilip-co.org/sharing-with-sheridan/
Shephard's Pantry at River Church | 220 S. Yarrow St. Lakewood, 80226
Shepherd’s Pantry is the food bank of River Church!
Third Saturday of each month 9am-11am Breakfast is provided!
https://riverchurchmovement.org/ministries
Waterstone Food Pantry | 5890 S. ALKIRE ST, LITTLETON, 80127
The Waterstone Food Pantry exists so those in our community who are hungry have access to free, healthy and nutritious food. We hope that every shopper who visits the food pantry leaves with the food they need and the dignity they deserve.
Thursdays 4pm-6pm
https://www.waterstonechurch.org/
We Don't Waste Mobile Food Markets | Multiple locations
The Mobile Food Market is a monthly opportunity where everyone in need can come to shop for FREE food. Attendees are able to select the items that they want and need. We cannot guarantee specific food items ahead of time, but will have a selection of produce, dairy, proteins, bakery products, and shelf-stable products. The Market is free and open to everyone!
Find a market near you: https://www.wedontwaste.org/what-we-do/mobile-markets/
🦴 Pet Food Pantries and Other Pet Assistance
If you are in need of pet food, please visit on of the sites below. Pets provide much needed love and companionship and we want to keep families together with their pets.
Cat Care Society | 5787 W 6th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214 |303-239-9680
Food Bank: First and third Saturday of every month 10am - 12pm | Office: Thursday-Monday 12pm-6pm
https://www.catcaresociety.org/programs/
Colorado Pet Pantry | Multiple Locations
You are eligible to receive pet food from the Colorado Pet Pantry every two months no matter the location. (You can only go to one location every two months).
Pet Food Bank days and times differ by location, check out the event calendar for a pet food bank near you.
https://www.coloradopetpantry.org/events/category/pet-food-banks/
Humane Colorado Pet Assist | info@humanecolorado.org | 303-751-5772
Provides temporary housing for pets and owners in need.
https://humanecolorado.org/services/pet-assist-inquiry-form/
Pet Care Finder
Enter your city, state and zip code on the website for pet assistance near you.
https://www.pethelpfinder.org/
Additional Resources
Helpful Apps to download (All apps available for Android and Apple users)
- Flashfoods
- Flip - Apple Store and Google Store
- GoPuff - Website and App
- Plentiful
- Too Good To Go
Find additional resources for other needs that your family may have at the following links.
- http://kidsfoodfinder.org/
- https://www.hungerfreecolorado.org/
- https://peak.my.site.com/peak/s/peak-landing-page?language=en_US
- https://www.foodbankrockies.org/
- https://www.coloradocoalition.org/
- https://doubleupcolorado.org/ - Get free fruits and vegetable with your SNAP benefits
- https://www.211colorado.org/ - Assistance for food , shelter, childcare and more
- https://findhelp.org/ - Enter your zip code
- https://feedingcolorado.org/find-food/ - Helps locate food pantries in your area
- https://www.jeffco.us/2641/Food
- https://jeffcoeats.org/
